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VCMC Mobile Medical Clinic & Ventura County Public Health Immunization Program have partnered to offer low cost or no cost Tdap vaccine for Students entering 7th grade this year.

Open House
Cabrillo’s Family Night Open House is Thursday, May 16th.  The events for this evening are:
5:30 – 6:30      Tri-Tip BBQ ($15 for Adults $10 for Children (10 & under)
6:00 – 6:30     Incoming 6th Grade Parent Orientation, Gym
6:30 – 7:30     6th Grade Classrooms Open, Electives Showcase, Silent Auction, Ice Cream Social in Cafeteria and Jazz Band performance.

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WATER BOTTLES          
It's not too late Mariners! You can still purchase your own reusable color changing Cabrillo water bottle.  Only 37 left!  Buy one today for $5 from Ms. Duval in the office.  (Ms. Arroyo)

Cabrillo News
ART SHOWCASE
I hope everyone can come tonight and see the fabulous art work, woodshop projects, computer animation, and listen to the music by our Cabrillo students. Teachers, you may bring your classes to the cafeteria on Friday to see the show before it comes down at the end of the day. Students, if your artwork is in the show, please come to room 3 at lunch or after school on to pick up your work.  Thank you to all who participated in making this another successful event. (Ms. Willison)

INTRAMURAL SPORTS PIZZA PARTY    
We will be having our after school Sports Day on Friday, May 31, from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., here at Cabrillo.  All students that participated in one or more of the four lunchtime sports this year  (volleyball, football, soccer, or basketball) are invited.  Pizza and drinks will be provided but you must arrange for a ride home by 3:30 p.m. sharp.  Wristbands will be passed out on the day of the event, but you may see Mr. Mahler before to be sure your name is on the list.  (Mr. Mahler)

SUMMERFEST      
The 8th annual Summerfest will be held Saturday, June 1 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and we are seeking adult and youth volunteers to assist with a variety of tasks including:
Set up (Friday afternoon)
Fun Zone supervision
Sports Physicals (adults only)
Assistance with hospitality and other vendor assistance
Clean up (Saturday afternoon)
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Sharon Hawkins at dmeagpmsr@sbcglobal.net by Friday, May 24th.   Thank you!  (Nancy Maxson)

8TH GRADE DANCE – MAY 24TH 1:30 – 3:30        
The 8th grade dance is almost here
Buy your tickets and we’ll all cheer
Tickets are on sale next Tuesday and Wednesday at lunch      
If you buy one you’ll enjoy it a bunch
Five dollars apiece, five dollars a pop
Don’t buy more than one or we’ll make you stop
The theme is Mardi-Gras/Masquerade
Come and have fun, though we’re not having a parade
Pick up your tickets, don’t be late
The 8th grade dance is gonna be great!  (Leadership)

REMINDER
No food below the blue line—before school, during the day, or after school.  (Mrs. Kroener)

SINGER NEEDED    
Attention 8th Grade singers!  If you are interested in performing at the 8th Grade Celebration, please sign up with Mrs. Duval by Thursday, May 16th.  Tryouts will be held Friday during periods 5 and 6.  (Mrs. Kroener)

8TH GRADE TEXTBOOK  RETURN   
Eighth graders must bring textbooks from home to be collected on Thursday, May 16th.

TDAP CLINIC     
Attention 6th Graders!  There will be a mobile Tdap immunization clinic at Anacapa Middle School on Friday, May 17, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.  This immunization is required by law for students entering 7th grade next year.  If you haven’t gotten your Tdap yet, now is your chance.  And, don’t forget to bring your proof of immunization to the health office before the end of the school year.

BARNES & NOBLE BOOK  FAIR    
Cabrillo’s Book Fair at Barnes & Noble is May 17 and 18. There will be a sign-up table where you can receive a Perk Card to be used at school and Teachers’ Wish Lists of books you may purchase for your teachers as a gift. A percentage of all purchases, online and at the store, including food bought at the café, go to Cabrillo’s library, as long as you mention Cabrillo at checkout

YEARBOOKS     
Only three weeks left to reserve a yearbook for $35 before the May 24th cut-off. Don’t miss out—only 140 remaining!  (Mrs. Duval)

WATER BOTTLES          
It's not too late Mariners! You can still purchase your own reusable color changing Cabrillo water bottle.  Only 37 left!  Buy one today for $5 from Ms. Duval in the office.  (Ms. Arroyo)

OUTGOING  8TH GRADERS   
 If you are going to a different high school (outside of VUSD), please bring a written note signed by your parent stating the name of the school and give it to Mrs. Castro (attendance).  Thank you!

DRESS CODE
Please remember Cabrillo Dress Code applies on ALL school days!  No pajama bottoms, flip-flops, slide-in shoes, spaghetti straps or razor back shirts are to be worn on campus.  (Mrs. Kroener)

WAY TO GO!     
Congratulations to 6th grade student Camille Osborne.  She received a scholarship from Chicago’s Joffrey Ballet!  (Mrs. Zirbel)

BARNES & NOBLE BOOK FAIR
Cabrillo’s Book Fair at Barnes & Noble is May 17 and 18—more information to follow soon. (Mr. Tzipori)

BLANKETS FOR BUDDIES   
Do you want to help homeless animals in your community?  Join the Builder’s Club in bringing in any unwanted blankets you may have laying around your house for our “Blankets for Buddies” blanket drive.  Our club is trying to collect at least 200 blankets by May 18th to donate to our area animal shelters.  Please bring your donations to Mrs. Pekar’s room 23.  Remember, Builder’s Club meets every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month.  Please join us.  (Mrs. Pekar)

OUTGOING 8TH GRADERS    
If you are going to a different high school (outside of VUSD), please bring a written note signed by your parent stating the name of the school and give it to Mrs. Castro (attendance).  Thank you!

BLUE HEART BEAT    
Bystanders often directly fuel bullying situations by setting up or cheering on the aggressor and victim.  Even when bystanders serve only as onlookers, they indirectly support bullying by providing an audience and public acceptance for its legitimacy.  In a recent study, bystander peers were present in 88% of bullying episodes, but a bystander intervened in less than on-fifth of these cases.  Be an ALLY not a bystander.  Don’t accept bullying, teasing and unkind behavior here at Cabrillo!  (Counselors & Blue Heart Supporters)

FOOD DISTRIBUTION & HEALTH SERVICES    
Food Distribution Program & Health Services at Westpark Community Center, 450 W. Harrison Avenue in Ventura.  Free!  First come-first served.  Food distribution including fresh fruits and vegetables.  Health screens include blood pressure and diabetes checks, and body fat & Body Mass Index (BMI) measurements.  Dates:  April 24, May 22, June 19, July 17, and August 21.

HYDRATION STATION
We have a new hydration station (filtered water) in the cafeteria.  It is located at the far end of the cafeteria where the old drinking fountain was located.  You’ll need to enter the cafeteria from a designated door which will be open at break and at lunch. You may bring your water bottles from home and fill them up.  (Ms. Noriega)

SKATEBOARDS ON CAMPUS
Riding skateboards on campus is not allowed at anytime.  This includes “just standing” on your board.  Skateboards will be confiscated and returned to parents if this rule is being broken. (Staff – please feel free to confiscate boards as you would a phone or other electronic device and get them to an administrator)

HEALTHY  FAMILIES
You and your siblings may qualify for no-cost and/or low cost medical, dental, and vision care coverage programs. Have your parents call (800) 880-5305 or see Mrs. Russell in the office for more information and an application.  (Mrs. Russell)


Principal Message
Dear Cabrillo Families,

Every year so many terrible disasters impact the lives of so many unfortunate people. From floods to hurricanes to earthquakes to wildfires to tragedies such as Sandy Hook, communities around the world struggle with life threatening situations.  Always aware of our responsibility in protecting your children in the event of an emergency, our staff annually reviews our own disaster procedures. I want to share some important information.

First, throughout the year we practice several different kinds of drills.
Second, we have several means of communication to be used during a disaster/emergency.
Third, all staff members have been assigned to an emergency disaster team.
Fourth, if we had a disaster and needed to evacuate the campus, we have three emergency sites depending upon the type of disaster.
We want to assure you that we have carefully organized and practiced emergency disaster procedures. The safety of the staff and students at Cabrillo is of utmost importance to us. We will always do our best to take care of your children.      

Warm regard,
Peggy Kroener
Principal

(for the original version read our Principal message in the February newsletter)


Cabrillo Vision Statement
 Cabrillo students, staff, families, and community are committed to creating a climate wherein students are respectful of and care about others; choose the best path of action, both academically and socially; and acquire the intellectual skills needed to ensure continued personal and academic growth.

Cabrillo Mission Statement
Cabrillo community is dedicated to establishing and maintaining a positive and productive learning environment. The staff values and appreciates working in partnership with our families to facilitate our school mission.
Every student has the right to attend a safe, healthy, and orderly campus where the school culture promotes a positive attitude toward learning.
Every student will have access to an instructional program that is challenging, relevant, and engaging.
Every student and staff member will work together to provide a campus climate that values each individual student and his/her unique background and culture.
Every student and staff member will work together to promote community service, environmental responsibility and global awareness

Cabrillo Parents
Are you are interested in receiving emails notifications regarding your student’s schedule, school activities, cafeteria account, behavior,  etc ?  If you have applied for Parent Connect and are on it, you will need to do the follow:
Sign on to your Parent Connect
In the upper right lick on the words “Email notification
When your student’s name comes up your will have the option of checking the boxes that you would like to receive notification from
Then just submit and you are done (-;
If you are not on Parent Connect please go into the office and see Mrs. Duval to fill out a form and receive your Parent Connect PIN & Password. Make sure you bring your photo ID.

Mark Brown WORDS COUNT
In this unforgettable, Emmy-nominated presentation, Mark Brown uses the popular Disney film ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ to deliver a powerful message about tolerance, respect and the value of relationships.
THIS PRESENTATION IS DESIGNED FOR YOUTH IN GRADES 5 - 12.

TAKE A STAND / BLUE HEART PROJECT  
BLUE HEART BEAT
If someone asked you what the Blue Heart Project means would you be able to tell them?  Do you agree with the blue heart message?  The next time you see or hear something that could be considered bullying behavior what will you do?  Are you part of the problem or the solution?
(Counselors & Blue Heart Supporters)

It's All About Character
Watch your thoughts; they become words.
Watch your words; they become actions.
Watch your actions; they become habits.
Watch your habits; they become character.
Watch your character;
 it becomes your destiny
Character Trait for the Month is:
S E L F - C O N T R O L

Attitude
"The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life.  Attitude, to me is more important than facts.  It is more important than the past, than education, than money than circumstances, than failures, than successes, than what other people think or say or do.  It is more important than appearance, giftedness or skill.  It will make or break a company...a church...a home.  The remarkable think is we have a choice every day regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day.  We cannot change the inevitable,  The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude.... I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so with you...we are in charge or our attitudes."
Charles Swindoll





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Mariner Fund
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Thanks again Cabrillo Families
we could'nt have done it without you!!!
We want to thank everyone who participated and donated to the Mariner Fund! As you all know, all money raised goes directly to the educational needs of our students, which includes technology, teacher supplies, wood shop, student planners, etc. This is an ongoing Fundraiser that takes plance throughout the school year and is 100% tax deductable! We are close to our goal....our current amount raised is $14,300!

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK  
May 13 - 17
Monday ~ Early Lunch, Group 3: Gym, 70’s Bldg. and Library Assistants, STAR Make-Up Testing, Periods 3 – 6, Room 41, Plank, Round #2 Begins
Tuesday ~ STAR Make-Up Testing, Room 46, Big Smiles Dental Clinic, Room 41, After School Tutoring/Homework Club, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m., Room 56 (Tapia), VUSD Board of Education Meeting, 7:00 p.m., City Hall
Wednesday ~ AVID Interviews for Foothill Students, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m., Room 41
Thursday ~ Family Night Open House, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., 8th Grade Textbooks Collected, AVID Field Trip to UCSB, 8:40 – 1:30 (Arroyo), DHH Field Trip to Santa Barbara Zoo, 9:00 – 2:15 (Hewer), After School Tutoring/Homework Club, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m., Room 73 (Dyess)
Friday ~ 8th Grade Beach Day Cut-Off, Westmont Leadership Conference, Talent Show Dress Rehearsal, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m., Cafeteria, Chess Club Tournament at DATA, 1:30 – 4:00 p.m. (Dibble), Barnes & Noble Fundraiser for the Library (May 17 & 18)
Saturday ~ Saturday Enrichment Academy, 8:00 – 12:00

Major Upcoming Events
May
1     8th Grade Dance Cutoff
2-3 STAR Testing, 1:30 Dismissal
6     STAR Makeup Testing
9-10 STAR Testing, 1:30 Dismissal
13     STAR Makeup Testing
16     Open House & Showcase
17     8th Grade Beach Day Cutoff
21     Honor Roll Celebration, 1:00-2:30
22     8th Grade Beach Day Permission Slips Due
24     8th Grade Dance, 1:30-3:30, Cafeteria
28    Honor Roll Magic Mtn. Trip, 9-6:30
30    Talent Show
31    8th Grade Celebration Cut-Off
June     
4     8th Grade Celebration, 5-6:30 pm
5     8th Grade Beach Day, 9-2 pm.
5     8th Graders Get Their Yearbooks, Pd. 6
6     Last Day of Instruction, 1:30 Dismissal

CAFETERIA  MENU  May 6 - 10
Monday – Orange Chicken w/Veggies
Tuesday – Chicken Taquitos
Wednesday – Macaroni & Cheese
Thursday – Turkey, Gravy & Mashed Potatoes
Friday – Fish Tacos (Fiesta Bar)  

RECYCLE FOR CABRILLO !
RECYCLING
Recycling Mondays are back next week So raid he trash can, take a peek For Plastics 1-7 (not 8-11) And for aluminum, not tin In your recycling bin One ticket per kitchen sized bag Help your community, don’t lag Ask your neighbors, don’t be nervous Five tickets get you an hour of community service September 24th is the first date Do it now, please don’t wait.  (Leadership)

 SAVE THE    PLANET ~ We do not own the freshness of the air or the sparkle of the water. How can you buy them from us? –Selth  (Mrs. Larsen)

~ Chess Club meets Tuesday during lunch in room 20.  Bring your lunch.  (Mr. Dibble)
~ Laurent Clerc Club meets Tuesday during lunch in room 41 34. (Mrs. Nyholm & Ms. Hewer)
~ Cabrillo Crosses meets Wednesday, at 12:40, room 75.  Bring your lunch. (Mrs. DaPra)
~ Ambassador Club meets Thursday during lunch, room 53. Bring your lunch.  (Mrs. Moshayedi)
~ Blue Heart Beat meets Thursday during lunch in room 41.  (Mrs. Lantrip & Mr. Walden)
 ~ Salty Dog Club meets Thursday during lunch in room 30.  Bring your lunch. (Mr. Donick)
 ~ Battle of the Books meets Friday during lunch in the library.  (Mr. Tzipori)
 ~ Drama Club meets Friday during lunch in room 56.  (Mrs. Tapia)

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